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Constitution Pipeline developers vow to fight New York permit rejection


(AP/WBNG Binghamton) Developers of the Constitution Pipeline say they'll challenge the legality of New York's rejection of a critical permit for the 124-mile conduit from Pennsylvania's shale gas fields to eastern markets.

Opponents Hope they Can Stop a Third Pipeline



Robert Kennedy Jr speaks at a rally against the now defunct Constitution pipeline at the state Capitol on April 5th.

In the past week, two major natural gas pipelines have been scrapped in New York. A third, which would expand a line that is near the Indian Point Nuclear Power plant, is still scheduled, but opponents are putting pressure on Governor Cuomo to use his persuasive powers with the federal government to stop the expansion.

4-22-2016 More Letters to Governor Cuomo to Kill the Proposed Constitution Pipeline

Governor Cuomo Please Deny All Section 401 Water Quality Certification Applications for Proposed Fossil Fuel Pipelines in New York

Dear Governor Cuomo:

My name is B O, MD and I live at _____ Street, ___, NY 13326.

I write today because I am very concerned about the impact of natural gas infrastructure on the public health of New Yorkers. As a physician who cares primarily for people who are seriously ill, I am continuously reminded of the tragic impact that environmental toxins can have on susceptible individuals.

Hundreds Rally For Constitution Pipeline

BINGHAMTON, N.Y. -
The battle over the Constitution Pipeline continues. This afternoon hundreds rallied in favor of the project in downtown Binghamton.

Protesters arriving at Chelsea Clinton event in Ithaca









Photo by Jolene Almendarez/The Ithaca Voice


ITHACA, N.Y. -- Protesters from several organizations have begun arriving at Coltivare Restaurant in downtown Ithaca to protest presidential candidate Hillary Clinton's stance on various national issues.

Sanders wins support from New York's climate movement

NOTE: The following news article is in Danish. An English translation follows.

Bernie Sanders Focuses on Climate Change at Binghamton Rally

BINGHAMTON (WENY) -- Democratic presidential candidate Bernie Sanders spoke to a crowd of 5,000 supporters Monday morning in Binghamton.

He discussed issues from criminal justice reform, to health care accessibility, and free college tuition. The crowd most passionately responded to Sanders' dire warning of the need to address climate change.

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